1974 Citroen GS vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 728 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X1 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | GS | X1 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |